Discussions

jQuery4j is a new addition to developers' toolkit, enabling them to control jQuery widgets at the server-side using Java or a markup language. The project core revolves around the wrapping of jQuery widgets to make them fully fledged ZK 5 widgets.This benefits developers and users by giving a rich client experience using jQuery’s client-side widget collection while combining the power and productivity of server side development.

This and GWT are two completely different animals. Basically GWT centers around compiling java to javascript and is a clientside solution, whereas jquery4j is aimed at moving the client's power to the sever while still enabling excellent client-side control using javascript.

This hybrid approach seems to provide the best of both worlds.

@Dhrubo

jQuery4j seems to be aimed at jQuery users so they can be introduced to a hybrid approach in an environment that they are familiar with. Yes I feel a move to ZK could be a possibility, however, it seems to be more of a personal choice and where your interests are. If you are not developing a sophisticated enterprise projects then jQuery4j might just be what you need.

TechTarget provides technology professionals with the information they need to perform their jobs - from developing strategy, to making cost-effective purchase decisions and managing their organizations technology projects - with its network of technology-specific websites, events and online magazines.